Craig Bettenhausen
About Craig Bettenhausen
Craig Bettenhausen serves as an Associate Editor for Chemical & Engineering News in the Business Department and has extensive experience in editing and chemistry research. He has contributed to translation efforts and has a background in teaching high school science, alongside managing rental properties in Baltimore.
Work at American Chemical Society
Craig Bettenhausen currently serves as an Associate Editor in the Business Department of Chemical & Engineering News at the American Chemical Society (ACS), a position he has held since 2020 in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Prior to this role, he worked at ACS from 2011 to 2018, where he held various positions including Assistant Editor and Senior Editor in the production department. During his tenure, he managed translation efforts, significantly expanding the publication's multilingual content.
Education and Expertise
Craig Bettenhausen earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Harding University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at The Johns Hopkins University, obtaining a Master of Arts in Chemistry from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, he has pursued professional development through the American Copy Editors Society, achieving multiple editing certificates, including In-Depth Editing and Digital Boot Camp. His educational background supports his expertise in both chemistry and editing.
Background
Craig Bettenhausen has a diverse professional background that includes teaching high school chemistry, forensic science, and cell biology electives while participating in the therapeutic mission of the Academy at Swift River. He has also worked as a research assistant and teaching assistant at Johns Hopkins University, contributing to research in synthetic biomimetic inorganic chemistry. His early career included roles such as a lifeguard and pool manager at Continental Pools.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Craig Bettenhausen has made significant contributions to the field of science communication. He managed the translation efforts for Chemical & Engineering News, leading to the regular production of content in multiple languages, including Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic. He also played a key role in concept development for an open-cell NIR spectrometer during a NASA research fellowship. His involvement in social programming at Johns Hopkins University further highlights his commitment to community engagement.